UMM STUDENS CREATE CAR SPORT OFFERS

Malang - University of Muhammadiyah Malang (UMM) has named UMM Sport electric car. This car designed by engineering students of the Faculty of Engineering. The car is currently being included in the competition arena Indonesia Marathon Challenger Energy (IEMC) Directorate General of Higher Education held in Surabaya Kenjeran Circuit. Dean UMM, UMM said Ir Sudarman MT Sport made ​​originated from a mechanical engineering student thesis then designed a prototype. "This car is a lot of advantages and drawbacks bit," he said proudly. The car is thought that production costs are not too large because the only cost Rp 35 Million it. Participation in the race is expected to inject spirit IEMC students to make the work better. IEMC held Directorate General of Higher Education, RI Kemdikbud collaboration with the Institute of Technology (ITS) Surabaya held IEMC. This activity was held in the circuit Kenjeran, Surabaya on 23-25 ​​November 2012. IEMC 2012 is an event held to test the ability in the design and development of vehicles that are safe, economical and environmentally friendly.
Additionally, this economical car race also aims to support the government in energy efficiency efforts. This activity can be followed by all students of the university / institute / polytechnic in Indonesia that meet the criteria set by the committee. "Having repaired the car ahead will also be included in the annual race in Malaysia," he explained. Sport UMM UMM Rector had exhibited before, Muhadjir Effendy before competing in Surabaya. He also had time to drive this car around the UMM campus. (OCI / Eno)

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